Oatmeal Date Cookies recipe

4 servings

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

3/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup packed brown sugar

1 cup shortening

3 eggs

1/2 cup white sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups quick cooking oats

1 cup dates, pitted and chopped

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and grease cookie sheets.

In separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

Set aside.

In a large bowl, cream together shortening and both sugars until light and fluffy, using electric mixer at medium speed.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.

Blend in vanilla.

Gradually add dry ingredients to creamed mixture, mixing well with spoon.

Stir in oats, dates and walnuts.

Drop dough by teaspoonfuls, about 2 inches apart, on cookie sheet.

Bake for 8 minutes or until lightly browned.

Remove from cookie sheets to cool on racks.